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Ex Israeli Special Forces, undercover agent and BJJ black belt, Itamar Marani, shares the actionable tactics to Elite Performance he’s honed from coaching 100+ 7-9 figure entrepreneurs and being mentored by The Mossad’s top performance psychologist.
No motivational rah rah or biohacking nonsense, just clear systems to get clarity, uncover your blindspots and confidently execute at an elite level.
No motivational rah rah or biohacking nonsense, just clear systems to get clarity, uncover your blindspots and confidently execute at an elite level.
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You're stuck not because life is hard, but because you expect it to be easy.In this episode, Itamar shares a brutal mindset shift learned in Special Forces: want things to be hard. When obstacles feel personal, we shrink. When they feel purposeful, we level up.Topics covered:Why short-term goals can hurt your performanceWhen ego helps performance and when it stunts itThe shift from “proving something” to “becoming someone”Hard isn’t the problem. Your relationship with it is.*Pre-order Itamar's book "Elite Performance" at https://itamarmarani.com/book/If you’re ready to get unstuck and take both yourself and your business to the next level, apply to The Arena here: https://itamarmarani.com/applyGet the Extreme Clarity Tool To Uncover The #1 Action To Grow Your Business: https://itamarmarani.com/claritySign up for “3 Quick Ideas Tuesday” (weekly 2 minute newsletter around mindset and emotional fortitude): https://itamarmarani.com/3-ideas/
If you feel like your results aren’t matching your ambitions and desires, there’s a reason for that. Whether the barrier is internal or external, in this episode Itamar walks you through a 5-step system to uncover why you’re underperforming… and how to break through it.Topics covered:The clarity mistake business owners aren’t aware they make.Why most “action plans” can also give you permission to stall.The hidden performance anchors that kill momentum, and how to know if you’ve got one.A brutal but necessary episode. If you’re ready to go to the next level and are ready for harsh truths, this episode is for you*Pre-order Itamar's book "Elite Performance" at https://itamarmarani.com/book/If you’re ready to get unstuck and take both yourself and your business to the next level, apply to The Arena here: https://itamarmarani.com/applyGet the Extreme Clarity Tool To Uncover The #1 Action To Grow Your Business: https://itamarmarani.com/claritySign up for “3 Quick Ideas Tuesday” (weekly 2 minute newsletter around mindset and emotional fortitude): https://itamarmarani.com/3-ideas/
How do you go from burnout cycles and self-doubt to crushing $100K months with clarity and control? Vlad breaks down:Facing the exact fear that quietly ran his life.Ditching a fluffy “WHY” for a more practical one and what that meansAccepting the cost of growth - ego hits, discipline, discomfort - and paying it anyway.No hype. No hacks. Just a hard look at what actually moved the needle for this entrepreneur!*Pre-order Itamar's book "Elite Performance" at https://itamarmarani.com/book/If you’re ready to get unstuck and take both yourself and your business to the next level, apply to The Arena here: https://itamarmarani.com/applyGet the Extreme Clarity Tool To Uncover The #1 Action To Grow Your Business: https://itamarmarani.com/claritySign up for “3 Quick Ideas Tuesday” (weekly 2 minute newsletter around mindset and emotional fortitude): https://itamarmarani.com/3-ideas/
You’re not tired. You’re unprepared. High performers prep for keynotes but wing the travel. That gap kills performance.Itamar shares the exact system he built as an air marshal and now uses when travelling for business.Most people confuse efficiency with output. The real mistake? Optimizing for speed, not performance.*Pre-order Itamar's book "Elite Performance" at https://itamarmarani.com/book/If you’re ready to get unstuck and take both yourself and your business to the next level, apply to The Arena here: https://itamarmarani.com/applyGet the Extreme Clarity Tool To Uncover The #1 Action To Grow Your Business: https://itamarmarani.com/claritySign up for “3 Quick Ideas Tuesday” (weekly 2 minute newsletter around mindset and emotional fortitude): https://itamarmarani.com/3-ideas/
Are you actually angry or just confused about what you should be expecting? Entrepreneurs don't get angry without cause, they react when expectations aren’t met. In this tactical breakdown, Itamar reveals how to intercept frustration before it escalates.The “expectation gap” reframe that kills 90% of unnecessary angerHow to spot your personal early warning signs (before the blow-up)Why working out beats any mindset hack when you’re stuckIf you’re stuck in a vortex of frustration, this episode gives you the way out.*Pre-order Itamar's book "Elite Performance" at https://itamarmarani.com/book/If you’re ready to get unstuck and take both yourself and your business to the next level, apply to The Arena here: https://itamarmarani.com/applyGet the Extreme Clarity Tool To Uncover The #1 Action To Grow Your Business: https://itamarmarani.com/claritySign up for “3 Quick Ideas Tuesday” (weekly 2 minute newsletter around mindset and emotional fortitude): https://itamarmarani.com/3-ideas/
Raising capital should elevate your game. For one entrepreneur, it did the opposite.When stakes rose, his performance tanked. Why? He didn’t anticipate the emotional cost of failing with other people’s money. This episode breaks down:Why “logical prep” isn’t enough, how to plan for emotional punches.The shift from external goals to internal identity that reignited his performance.The real bottleneck most entrepreneurs miss: staying calm under pressure.If you’re chasing big goals and aren’t ready for the emotional hits, you’re setting yourself up to spiral. Prepare better. Perform better. This episode shares how.*Pre-order Itamar's book "Elite Performance" at https://itamarmarani.com/book/If you’re ready to get unstuck and take both yourself and your business to the next level, apply to The Arena here: https://itamarmarani.com/applyGet the Extreme Clarity Tool To Uncover The #1 Action To Grow Your Business: https://itamarmarani.com/claritySign up for “3 Quick Ideas Tuesday” (weekly 2 minute newsletter around mindset and emotional fortitude): https://itamarmarani.com/3-ideas/
If C-players in most industries are getting replaced by AI, why won’t this happen with therapy?Itamar breaks down why the therapy industry is broken, how AI will expose big parts of it, and why emotional baggage plus zero KPIs equals stagnation, not healing.You’ll hear:Why AI’s lack of emotional wounds can make it more effectiveHow therapy often turns into paid validation, not progressThe real split coming: truth-seekers vs. validation-seekersThis isn’t about feelings. It’s about results.*Pre-order Itamar's book "Elite Performance" at https://itamarmarani.com/book/If you’re ready to get unstuck and take both yourself and your business to the next level, apply to The Arena here: https://itamarmarani.com/applyGet the Extreme Clarity Tool To Uncover The #1 Action To Grow Your Business: https://itamarmarani.com/claritySign up for “3 Quick Ideas Tuesday” (weekly 2 minute newsletter around mindset and emotional fortitude): https://itamarmarani.com/3-ideas/
Still chasing confidence before taking action? That’s the trap.This episode breaks down why imposter syndrome isn’t about competence, it’s a psychological glitch from survival wiring. You’ll learn how to strip emotions from decisions, use objectivity as a weapon, and move even when it feels uncomfortable.Itamar shares two practical tools to beat imposter syndrome fast that he uses both with himself and his biggest clients.*Pre-order Itamar's book "Elite Performance" at https://itamarmarani.com/book/If you’re ready to get unstuck and take both yourself and your business to the next level, apply to The Arena here: https://itamarmarani.com/applyGet the Extreme Clarity Tool To Uncover The #1 Action To Grow Your Business: https://itamarmarani.com/claritySign up for “3 Quick Ideas Tuesday” (weekly 2 minute newsletter around mindset and emotional fortitude): https://itamarmarani.com/3-ideas/
Have you ever found yourself feeling frustrated when you’re taking action but it doesn't flow and feels clunky?In this episode, Itamar breaks down why the belief that you should feel “comfortable being uncomfortable” can drain energy and kill your momentum. He shares a story of a nine-figure client who was struggling to be “comfortable while being uncomfortable” and how they shifted the frame to improve its performance. You’ll learn how to:Stop second-guessing and avoid energy leakagesReclaim your edge Push with clarity*If you’re ready to get unstuck and take both yourself and your business to the next level, apply to The Arena here: https://itamarmarani.com/applyGet the Extreme Clarity Tool To Uncover The #1 Action To Grow Your Business: https://itamarmarani.com/claritySign up for “3 Quick Ideas Tuesday” (weekly 2 minute newsletter around mindset and emotional fortitude): https://itamarmarani.com/3-ideas/
"A lot of people are mistaking intensity for consistency."In this episode, I talk with Peter Shallard, the "Shrink for Entrepreneurs," about why executing on big goals scares entrepreneurs and how to break through plateaus in business. We discuss how burnout for entrepreneurs doesn’t stem from overwork, and why playfulness and creativity are essential for breaking through plateaus.Key Topics:Why burnout for entrepreneurs is rooted in disappointment, not overworkThe principle of "minimum effective dose" for effective productivityHow gamification can help you avoid burnoutConnect with Peter:Website: www.commitaction.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/petershallard/*If you’re ready to get unstuck and take both yourself and your business to the next level, apply to The Arena here: https://itamarmarani.com/applyGet the Extreme Clarity Tool To Uncover The #1 Action To Grow Your Business: https://itamarmarani.com/claritySign up for “3 Quick Ideas Tuesday” (weekly 2 minute newsletter around mindset and emotional fortitude): https://itamarmarani.com/3-ideas/
"A black belt is someone who got choked, swept and submitted thousands of times and kept coming back for more. Someone who turned those painful lessons into wisdom."As Itamar gets ready to receive his second stripe on his BJJ black belt, he shares eight crucial lessons from martial arts that have helped him coach successful entrepreneurs. Covering how to apply these principles of high-performance to create breakthrough results in business and avoid ego traps.Key topics:The perspective shift that can eliminate performance blocksThe danger of "blue beltitus" in entrepreneurship and how to avoid itHow to recognize truly high-caliber mentors in any field*Pre-order Military Grade Mindset book: https://militarygrademindset.com/If you’re ready to get unstuck and take both yourself and your business to the next level, apply to The Arena here: https://itamarmarani.com/applyGet the Extreme Clarity Tool To Uncover The #1 Action To Grow Your Business: https://itamarmarani.com/claritySign up for “3 Quick Ideas Tuesday” (weekly 2 minute newsletter around mindset and emotional fortitude): https://itamarmarani.com/3-ideas/
James Swanwick reveals how high performers can break free from alcohol without willpower or AA. He shares why even occasional drinking costs you money, clarity, and connection - and how an empowering mindset shift makes alcohol freedom feel like an unfair advantage rather than deprivation.Key Topics:Why successful people struggle to give up alcohol despite conquering other challengesWhy AA's approach often fails and keeps people stuck in a small lifeWhy alcohol freedom is the new flex that earns respectConnect with James:Book: https://alcoholfreelifestyle.com/clearWebsite: alcoholfreelifestyle.comInstagram: @jamesswanwick*Pre-order Military Grade Mindset book: https://militarygrademindset.com/If you’re ready to get unstuck and take both yourself and your business to the next level, apply to The Arena here: https://itamarmarani.com/applyGet the Extreme Clarity Tool To Uncover The #1 Action To Grow Your Business: https://itamarmarani.com/claritySign up for “3 Quick Ideas Tuesday” (weekly 2 minute newsletter around mindset and emotional fortitude): https://itamarmarani.com/3-ideas/
"The pilots who survive aren't the most skilled—they're the ones who adapt fastest."In this episode, I explain why your current identity—the expertise you've built over years—might be your biggest obstacle to adapting at AI speed. I break down the “OODA loop” and how it can determine your success in business.Key Topics:Why a sense of stability could be your downfall in the AI eraThree-step protocol for building an AI-first identityThe uncomfortable truth about letting go of who you've been in order to adapt*Pre-order Military Grade Mindset book: https://militarygrademindset.com/If you’re ready to get unstuck and take both yourself and your business to the next level, apply to The Arena here: https://itamarmarani.com/apply Get the Extreme Clarity Tool To Uncover The #1 Action To Grow Your Business: https://itamarmarani.com/claritySign up for “3 Quick Ideas Tuesday” (weekly 2 minute newsletter around mindset and emotional fortitude): https://itamarmarani.com/3-ideas/
"Action beats intention. Results beat ego."What if the reason you're stuck isn’t about talent, skill, or even motivation? It’s because of how your mind reacts under pressure. And whether you realize it or not, you’re likely playing out one of three patterns that sabotage high performers: The Go Harder Guy, The Mr. Nice Guy, or The Chip on the Shoulder Guy.Alex De Fina joins Itamar in this episode to break down the three performance archetypes that affect entrepreneurs' success.Key Topics:How to recognize what emotion patterns take you away from peak performanceWhy identifying your archetype matters more than striving for an ideal persona - understanding your default patterns helps prevent self-sabotagePractical strategies to break free from each archetype's limitations while maintaining their core strengthsPre-order Itamar's book "Military Grade Mindset" at militarygrademindset.com*If you’re ready to get unstuck and take both yourself and your business to the next level, apply to The Arena here: https://itamarmarani.com/apply Get the Extreme Clarity Tool To Uncover The #1 Action To Grow Your Business: https://itamarmarani.com/claritySign up for “3 Quick Ideas Tuesday” (weekly 2 minute newsletter around mindset and emotional fortitude): https://itamarmarani.com/3-ideas/
"If you're just having all these expectations of things that you can't control, you can't have an agreement about or you can't set a standard about, you’ll just get frustrated all the time." Many think that having high expectations of everyone shows respect and kindness. In reality, unrealistic expectations create frustration and anger, making us treat others worse. This episode breaks down how lowering expectations in specific areas can help us become calmer and more effective leaders.Key Topics:The difference between standards/agreements vs. expectationsFramework for handling frustrationWhy believing that "everyone is amazing" sets us up for constant disappointment*If you’re ready to get unstuck and take both yourself and your business to the next level, apply to The Arena here: https://itamarmarani.com/apply Get the Extreme Clarity Tool To Uncover The #1 Action To Grow Your Business: https://itamarmarani.com/claritySign up for “3 Quick Ideas Tuesday” (weekly 2 minute newsletter around mindset and emotional fortitude): https://itamarmarani.com/3-ideas/
"Success isn't about your current competence. It's about your belief in what you can figure out."In this episode, Itamar Marani and Alex De Fina analyze the mindset tools behind Trump's ability to maintain momentum through resistance. No politics—just clear, actionable strategies for entrepreneurs seeking extreme clarity and peak performance.Key Topics:Unshakable Confidence: The power of eliminating self-deprecating humorInternal Narrative: Maintaining momentum through setbacksEnergy Management: Stop wasting focus on others' opinions*If you’re ready to get unstuck and take both yourself and your business to the next level, apply to The Arena here: https://itamarmarani.com/apply Get the Extreme Clarity Tool To Uncover The #1 Action To Grow Your Business: https://itamarmarani.com/claritySign up for “3 Quick Ideas Tuesday” (weekly 2 minute newsletter around mindset and emotional fortitude): https://itamarmarani.com/3-ideas/
"The story you tell yourself about what you've been through defines your identity. It’s not the event but how you interpret and grow from it that shapes your future... We are all capable of much more than we imagine"Glenn Cohen, former chief psychologist of the Mossad and Air Force pilot, shares raw insights from working with Israeli hostages and their families. Drawing from his experience debriefing over 117 released hostages, Glenn reveals powerful lessons about human resilience and mental fortitude that apply to business and life.Key Topics:The key to not letting trauma turn someone into a victim“The three circles of resilience”Why celebrating small wins matters - even in hellStrategic vulnerability as a leadership toolBalancing mission focus with emotional release during stressful timesTo connect with Glenn go to https://www.glenn-cohen.com/*If you’re ready to get unstuck and take both yourself and your business to the next level, apply to The Arena here: https://itamarmarani.com/apply Get the Extreme Clarity Tool To Uncover The #1 Action To Grow Your Business: https://itamarmarani.com/claritySign up for “3 Quick Ideas Tuesday” (weekly 2 minute newsletter around mindset and emotional fortitude): https://itamarmarani.com/3-ideas/
“Remember, success isn't just about knowing where you're going - it's about being prepared for the journey ahead.”In today’s quick episode, I share the one thing people forget to do when setting goals that makes all the difference between success and failure. Key topics cover:Why most goal-setting systems failInspired January vs. Year long resilienceHow to properly cut down overly ambitious goals If you’d like to share what price you are willing to pay for your biggest goal in 2025 please send it to me at IM@Itamarmarani.com. I’d love to hear it!
“The guilt. It never ends. And it's true for everybody. It's part of the human condition that there are always new levels of guilt. But guilt and shame in and of themselves, without driving positive action, are unhelpful. They don't help you, and they definitely don't help anyone else.”In today’s episode, I recap 2024. I open up and share my 3 main lessons, 3 things that excite me about 2025, 1 fitness hack, 3 questions for you to achieve more in 2025.Key topics cover:The 1 frame that puts guilt or shame in their placeHow to deal with fear and pressureItamar’s main challenges this yearTo make sure you crush 2025 you can apply to The Arena here:https://itamarmarani.com/apply *Get the Extreme Clarity Tool To Uncover The #1 Action To Grow Your Business: https://itamarmarani.com/claritySign up for “3 Quick Ideas Tuesday” (weekly 2 minute newsletter around mindset and emotional fortitude): https://itamarmarani.com/3-ideas/
“This summer I ended up getting second place for over 400K, and then another 220K score a week later. The summer was just full of scores… When you put yourself first in an unselfish manner, you’re able to give everyone else your best version. You have to give yourself permission not to feel guilty about it.”In today’s episode, we’re joined by Farid Jattin, a professional poker player who openly shares the mindset system he used to crush the last summer in Las Vegas and rise from #27 to #6 in the world.Key topics cover:How to avoid playing off tiltA system for dealing with high stress situationsThe 3 main tools for driven individuals to focus on what matters and shut out the restTo connect with Farid you can go to: https://www.faridjattinpoker.com/ or https://www.instagram.com/farid_jattin/ *If you’re ready to get unstuck and take both yourself and your business to the next level, apply to The Arena here: https://itamarmarani.com/apply Get the Extreme Clarity Tool To Uncover The #1 Action To Grow Your Business: https://itamarmarani.com/claritySign up for “3 Quick Ideas Tuesday” (weekly 2 minute newsletter around mindset and emotional fortitude): https://itamarmarani.com/3-ideas/
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